Water
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in cooler months, especially if grown in cooler climates.
Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Also known as Cat's-Paw
Catspaw (Anigozanthos humilis) is a small, clumping perennial native to Western Australia, known for its vibrant, fuzzy, claw-like flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained, sandy loam
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-25°C; protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Use a balanced, low-phosphorus fertilizer sparingly during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in cooler months, especially if grown in cooler climates.
Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Remove spent flower stalks close to the base of the plant to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Trim away any dead or damaged foliage as needed throughout the year.
Avoid heavy pruning outside of the growing season.
Propagate from seed sown in spring, or by division of established clumps. Seeds require stratification and may be slow to germinate.
Division is best undertaken in spring when new growth appears, carefully separating offsets with roots attached.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring to ensure they are not root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally with added grit or perlite.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Catspaw (Anigozanthos humilis)
Where Catspaw (Anigozanthos humilis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Commelinales |
| Family | Haemodoraceae |
| Genus | Anigozanthos |
| Species | Anigozanthos humilis |
Similar in genus Anigozanthos
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